MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LTD. Integrated Annual Report 2023-24 52 For achieving these commitments, we aim to be Planet Positive, People Positive and Trust Positive. PLANET POSITIVE Our steadfast commitment to preserving natural resources, mitigating pollution, safeguarding biodiversity, and nurturing the environment for future generations remains resolute. With scaling up of our electric vehicle portfolio and a comprehensive Group-wide aspiration to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, we are contributing to mitigate climate change and charting a path towards a more sustainable tomorrow. Environment PEOPLE POSITIVE We are dedicated to fostering a positive influence on the world by scaling our efforts beyond our operational spaces. Central to our ethos is the creation of a diverse, inclusive, dynamic, and meritbased workplace, where our employees are empowered to excel. Our CSR initiatives prioritise the empowerment of girls and women through strategic social investments, while our extensive tree plantation programme exemplifies our commitment to environmental preservation for the benefit of future generations. Social TRUST POSITIVE Our success rests on robust, equitable, and sustainable growth for all stakeholders, underpinned by unwavering governance standards. Through a culture emphasising transparency, accountability, integrity, and responsibility, we foster trust and uphold our reputation as a company dedicated to ethical conduct. Governance Over the years, the consistency of our efforts and the scale of impacts they create, have helped us gain a leadership role on numerous global platforms: Ÿ Mahindra is the only Indian Auto OEM in Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the 3 consecutive year and ranked 4 amongst the global auto OEMs. Out of the seven Indian companies featured in the World Index, two were Mahindra Group companies – M&M and Tech Mahindra. Ÿ Dr. Anish Shah, Managing Director and CEO, assumed the prestigious role of President at the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) for the term 2023-24. Ÿ Dr. Anish Shah was also nominated as Co-Chair for the World Economic Forum (WEF)'s India Edition of CEO Climate Leaders. It serves as a high-level platform for business leaders to support concrete plans and ideas to step up India's climate action and green transition efforts. Ÿ Mahindra Group and Johnson Controls launched the Net Zero Buildings Initiative to support India's decarbonisation goals. This ground-breaking initiative accelerates the deployment of smart, sustainable buildings, simplifying access to resources for organisations to embark on their net-zero journey. GOLD STANDARD IN GOVERNANCE Compliance & Disclosures 2022 CARBON PRICING EMPHASIS In Business Decisions ONGOING WOMEN EMPOWERMENT Support 1 million women per year 2026 ZERO WASTE TO LANDFILL 100% Sites Certified 2030
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